#823: Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg — Creating Supranormal Vision, Cutting-Edge Science for Eye Health, Supplements, Red Light Therapy, and The Future of Eyesight Restoration
🤖 AI Summary
Overview
This episode explores cutting-edge advancements in eye health and vision restoration with Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg, a leading ophthalmologist and researcher. Topics include enhancing vision beyond 20/20, combating age-related visual decline, the role of mitochondria and inflammation in eye health, and the future of vision restoration through stem cells and neuroplasticity.
Notable Quotes
- We are about to get into vision restoration at a level that has been totally unexpected and unprecedented.
— Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg, on the future of reversing vision loss.
- The biggest gain comes from going from none to some.
— Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg, on the importance of even minimal exercise for overall health.
- If we stimulate the right cells in the retina, could we prevent degeneration or even enhance performance?
— Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg, on the potential of visual training and neuroplasticity.
🧠 Supranormal Vision and Visual Training
- Professional athletes often have better-than-20/20 vision, and tools like frame-rate-reducing goggles can train reflexes and hand-eye coordination.
- Indigenous practices, such as plant-based eye drops, and FDA-approved pilocarpine drops can temporarily enhance near vision.
- Visual training devices that adapt to user performance may improve vision, especially when paired with motor actions like pointing or clicking.
- Psychedelics and microdosing are being studied for their potential to enhance visual acuity by promoting brain plasticity.
🔬 Supplements and Therapies for Eye Health
- Supplements like AREDS-2, CoQ10, ginkgo, and vitamin B3 (nicotinamide) show promise for slowing age-related macular degeneration and supporting mitochondrial health.
- Red and violet light therapies have been shown to slow myopia progression in children and support mitochondrial function.
- Anti-inflammatory approaches, including targeting the immune system, are being explored for diseases like glaucoma and macular degeneration.
🧩 Vision Loss, Cognitive Decline, and Mental Health
- Vision loss is strongly correlated with cognitive decline and depression, as reduced sensory input impacts brain health.
- Cataract surgery in older adults can reverse some cognitive and emotional decline, highlighting the interplay between vision and mental health.
- Protecting vision through regular exams, UV-blocking sunglasses, and managing conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure is critical for long-term cognitive health.
🌟 Cutting-Edge Research: Stem Cells and Neuroplasticity
- Stem cell therapies are being developed to regenerate retinal cells and optic nerves, with promising results in animal models.
- Advances in brain plasticity research, including the use of psychedelics and visual stimuli, may help integrate new cells into existing neural networks.
- Devices like Cognito Therapeutics’ headset use light and sound to stimulate brain activity, potentially aiding in Alzheimer’s treatment.
🧬 Mitochondria and the Future of Vision Restoration
- Mitochondria are central to eye health, acting as powerhouses, signaling scaffolds, and social networks within cells.
- Emerging therapies include mitochondrial transplants and red light therapy to rejuvenate cellular function.
- The gut microbiome’s role in eye health is gaining attention, with studies showing its influence on diseases like glaucoma.
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📋 Episode Description
Dr. Jeffrey Goldberg is Professor and Chair of Ophthalmology and Director of the Byers Eye Institute at Stanford University, a leading scientist in the development and degeneration of the visual system from eye to brain, and a practicing ophthalmologist and surgeon.
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Timestamps:
[00:00:00] Start.
[00:05:30] How do you solve a problem like presbyopia?
[00:08:34] The athletic benefits of training supranormal (better than 20/20) vision.
[00:11:49] Indigenous eye drops and FDA-approved pilocarpine for presbyopia.
[00:14:05] Understanding basic eye anatomy.
[00:17:27] Exploring AREDS 2, CoQ10, ginkgo, vitamin B3, and other supplements for vision.
[00:23:00] Visual training devices and psychedelic-prompted brain plasticity.
[00:25:12] Thoughts on visual training effectiveness and motor action requirements.
[00:28:29] Concussion rehabilitation and visual perception exercises.
[00:32:36] Red light and violet light therapy for myopia and mitochondrial health.
[00:36:07] Vision loss correlation with cognitive decline and depression.
[00:39:36] Presbyopia progression and psychological dependence on readers.
[00:41:15] Cognito Therapeutics headset for Alzheimer's treatment.
[00:46:46] Glaucoma basics: neurodegenerative disease and risk factors.
[00:48:53] Eye pressure variability and diurnal cycles.
[00:50:02] Cannabis effects on eye pressure and compound isolation.
[00:51:47] Stem cell research for vision restoration.
[00:53:09] Anti-inflammatory effects and immune system role in eye diseases.
[00:55:15] Gut microbiome connection to glaucoma in animal models.
[00:58:43] Metabolic syndrome and GLP-1 receptor agonists.
[01:00:5